Dr. Loren Taple and Dr. Todd Thomas utilize CEREC digital milling to provide Eagan patients with high-strength ceramic crowns in a single clinical appointment. This innovative technology ensures marginal integrity, which is the precise fit between the tooth and crown, while maintaining the biological health of the underlying structure.

Modern dentistry has transitioned from messy impressions to digital precision. These advanced tools allow our team to capture a three-dimensional map of your mouth within seconds. Patients in Eagan often lead busy lives and appreciate that a permanent crown requires only one visit. Our practice utilizes zirconia polychromatic blocks, which are durable materials that mimic the natural color gradients of human teeth. This process ensures that the new restoration blends seamlessly with your smile. By choosing digital milling, we avoid the need for temporary crowns that often break or fall out.

One patient marveled at how her tooth was scanned and permanently restored while she finished a short podcast.

The Bio-Mechanical Advantage of Digital Milling

High-science restorations depend on the concept of occlusal equilibrium, or the balanced way your upper and lower teeth meet. When a crown is milled in our office, the software calculates the exact bite pressure to prevent future chips or jaw pain. We use bio-integrated ceramics that behave like natural enamel when exposed to hot or cold temperatures. This thermal compatibility protects the sensitive nerve inside your tooth. Our doctors focus on sub-gingival preparation, meaning the edge of the crown sits perfectly at or just below the gum line. Such precision prevents bacteria from gathering and causing decay in the future.

Will this crown look as natural as one made in a laboratory?

Yes, it certainly will. We use high-end ceramic blocks that reflect light just like your real teeth. You will leave our office with a restoration that feels smooth and looks beautiful.

Is the procedure more invasive because it is faster?

Actually, it is often more conservative. Digital scanning allows us to keep more of your natural tooth structure intact. We focus on your comfort and long-term health throughout the entire process.

Schedule Your Predictive Restoration Consultation in Eagan

Please contact Northwood Dental to discover how digital dentistry can save you time. You may visit our website or call our office to book an evaluation with Dr. Taple or Dr. Thomas.